
Start your Texas inshore adventure with Bay Finatic. Captain Joe Guerra runs trips out of Matagorda bay TX. He’s been fishing the area for over 15 years and he’s on the water year round.
Capt. Joe welcomes you aboard his 2021 24’ Haynie Cat boat. Bay boat is powered by a 300 HP Mercury engine, she can reach a good speed and get you to any fishing spot in no time. The boat accommodates up to 4 guests.
Your main targets will be the Big Three – Speckled Trout, Redfish, and Flounder. But the fun doesn’t end there. In these waters, you can also find Black Drum and Sheepshead, depending on the season and fishing grounds you visit. Capt. Joe mainly uses drift fishing, structure and reef fishing techniques with popping CorkS. If you want to enjoy your catch to the fullest and take some fresh fillets with you, the captain will clean it for you after the trip.
Your rods, reels and fishing tackle are fully covered by the captain. Live bait is extra charged if you want to use it. But, using the live bait is the best way to catch fish and highly recommended! Since you’ll stay out of choppy waters, these trip are great for kids or guests that aren’t used to boats. You’re required to purchase a fishing license in Texas, so make sure to do it before the trip.
Bay finatic fishing charter is now offering night flounder gigging trips. On this trip you will see amazing wildlife and all that nature has to offer.
Our Flounder boat is powered by a 90 Suzuki motor, along with a 460 cc push fan motor, Top of the line flounder lights that gradually adjust an lamination from warm amber to cool white to increase visibility in clear or muddy water. You will not only be able to gig flounder, you also can get black drum, sheepshead. The boat accommodates up to 3 guests. If you have a 4th person please speak to the captain.
With a variety of fishing trips with Bay Finatic, you’ll easily find the one that’s perfect for you. Take a look and then just choose a date
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Photos & videos by reviewers (37)


+34Beoordeling van Vissers
Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Appropriate for children
93%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
76%
Caught fish
94%
Oct 6, 2025
5hr. Night Gigging Trip (4man max)
Captain Joe G. went above and beyond the call to put us on some slabs during equinox tidal conditions that were challenging. He made my wife’s birthday giggin trip a total success. I would highly recommend Captain Joe!
Captain Joe G. went above and beyond the call to put us on some slabs during equinox tidal conditions that were challenging. He...






Feb 17, 2024
5 Hour Trip – Bay (AM)
Booked less than 24 hours beforehand (not usually ideal), but he agreed and took my brother and I out on a cold and windy day. Weather wasn’t great, but he got us on a bunch of reds, a few black drum, and a few sheepshead. Highly recommend Captain Joe.
Booked less than 24 hours beforehand (not usually ideal), but he agreed and took my brother and I out on a cold and windy day....

Houston, TX
Oct 9, 2021
7 Hr. Trip – Bay (AM)
Captain Joe took my father and I out fishing in Matagorda Bay and we were beyond impressed. The winds were strong all day and we were worried that might be bad for fishing, but Joe made sure we kept trying different locations until we had success. At one point we were right on top of a school of Reds which was really cool to see. Joe's boat is brand new and the equipment is state of the art. We went through different areas of the Colorado River with ease and ended up catching a total of 6 fish (Red Drum, Black Drum, Trout, Sheepshead). Joe arrived at the dock super early to make sure we had live bait and was very attentive throughout the whole trip. He gave us tips on how to become better fisherman and we're already excited to book our next outing. Do yourself the favor and go with Joe on your next fishing outing. He's very talented at what he does and he'll be our go-to guide any time we want to go fishing. You're almost guaranteed to have a successful fishing tip!
Captain Joe took my father and I out fishing in Matagorda Bay and we were beyond impressed. The winds were strong all day and...
Jun 7, 2025
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
Mustang Ridge, TX
Jun 17, 2023
5hr. Night Gigging Trip (4man max)
This was our first time gigging. Captain Joe was very informational on the process. Very low tide, but he kept putting us on the fish. If you’re looking for a great captain that will do what it takes, look no further. Highly recommended.
This was our first time gigging. Captain Joe was very informational on the process. Very low tide, but he kept putting us on the...

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Beoordelingsoverzicht
Photos & videos by reviewers (37)


+34Beoordeling van Vissers
Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Appropriate for children
93%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
76%
Caught fish
94%

Experience:
Boot
Crew
Algemeen
5hr. Night Gigging Trip (4man max) on October 6, 2025
Captain Joe G. went above and beyond the call to put us on some slabs during equinox tidal conditions that were challenging. He made my wife’s birthday giggin trip a total success. I would highly recommend Captain Joe!
Captain Joe G. went above and beyond the call to put us on some slabs during equinox tidal conditions that were challenging. He made my wife’s birthday giggin trip a total success. I would highly recommend Captain Joe!







Experience:
Boot
Crew
Algemeen
5 Hour Trip – Bay (AM) on February 17, 2024
Booked less than 24 hours beforehand (not usually ideal), but he agreed and took my brother and I out on a cold and windy day. Weather wasn’t great, but he got us on a bunch of reds, a few black drum, and a few sheepshead. Highly recommend Captain Joe.
Booked less than 24 hours beforehand (not usually ideal), but he agreed and took my brother and I out on a cold and windy day. Weather wasn’t great, but he got us on a bunch of reds, a few black drum, and a few sheepshead. Highly recommend Captain Joe.

Houston, TX
Experience:
Boot
Crew
Algemeen
7 Hr. Trip – Bay (AM) on October 9, 2021
Captain Joe took my father and I out fishing in Matagorda Bay and we were beyond impressed. The winds were strong all day and we were worried that might be bad for fishing, but Joe made sure we kept trying different locations until we had success. At one point we were right on top of a school of Reds which was really cool to see. Joe's boat is brand new and the equipment is state of the art. We went through different areas of the Colorado River with ease and ended up catching a total of 6 fish (Red Drum, Black Drum, Trout, Sheepshead). Joe arrived at the dock super early to make sure we had live bait and was very attentive throughout the whole trip. He gave us tips on how to become better fisherman and we're already excited to book our next outing. Do yourself the favor and go with Joe on your next fishing outing. He's very talented at what he does and he'll be our go-to guide any time we want to go fishing. You're almost guaranteed to have a successful fishing tip!
Captain Joe took my father and I out fishing in Matagorda Bay and we were beyond impressed. The winds were strong all day and we were worried that might be bad for fishing, but Joe made sure we kept trying different locations until we had success. At one point we were right on top of a school of Reds which was really cool to see. Joe's boat is brand new and the equipment is state of the art. We went through different areas of the Colorado River with ease and ended up catching a total of 6 fish...

Trip was supposed to happen on June 7, 2025
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
Mustang Ridge, TX
Experience:
Boot
Crew
Algemeen
5hr. Night Gigging Trip (4man max) on June 17, 2023
This was our first time gigging. Captain Joe was very informational on the process. Very low tide, but he kept putting us on the fish. If you’re looking for a great captain that will do what it takes, look no further. Highly recommended.
This was our first time gigging. Captain Joe was very informational on the process. Very low tide, but he kept putting us on the fish. If you’re looking for a great captain that will do what it takes, look no further. Highly recommended.

